Why Is Your Circle Struggling to Stay Aligned?

Laying the Groundwork: Establishing Core Values for Your Team and Inner Circle

Why Core Values Matter

In any successful team, core values serve as the foundation that guides decision-making, behavior, and interactions. These values define what your team stands for and create a shared sense of purpose. Without clear core values, teams can become misaligned, leading to confusion and a lack of direction. We can see this in families, sports teams, businesses and more!

Building a Strong Team Culture

Establishing core values isn’t just about writing a list of ideals; it’s about living them out daily. Start by identifying the principles that are most important to your team. These might include integrity, collaboration, excellence, and respect. Once these values are clearly defined, make them a part of your team’s culture by regularly discussing them, incorporating them into team meetings, and recognizing when team members exemplify them.

The Benefits of Aligned Values

When a team’s values are clear and consistently upheld, it creates a strong, positive culture where trust, accountability, and motivation thrive. Team members know what is expected of them and are more likely to be engaged and committed to the team’s goals. Core values also help in navigating challenges and making decisions that align with the team’s mission.

Ask Yourself:

  • What core values does our team follow, and are they clear to everyone?

  • How well do we communicate and work together as a team?

  • What issues are causing disconnection in our team?

Call to Action:

Take action today by facilitating a discussion with your team to identify and establish your core values. You can do this with your family, sports team, and short-term project team!

For our Premium Subscribers you can download our "Core Values Workshop Guide" to help you get started on this critical step toward building a cohesive and high-performing team. You get access to guides, toolkits, and more by joining Faith Forward NEXT!

For guidance, contact me for consultation and facilitation. I will personally facilitate this workshop if you are interested or mentor you in the how!

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